The next day, Selene blinked several times as Caelis arrived. The sun had not even risen yet, and Selene had been unable to sleep, worrying about Caelis's decision and her son's safety. She had thought he was deliberately stalling and that she would have to wait a few more days. She hadn't expected him to appear the very next morning, while everyone was still asleep.
Why did this man suddenly appear? Does he know Claude was here yesterday?
Or perhaps Claude had already told him about her identity.
No. Elric would have stopped him and told the boy that Caelis must not know anything yet. Her son would never betray her.
"Grand Duke Valerian, shall we depart now?" Selene could only hope that his arrival was due to their agreement.
"There's something I want to ask. Who are you trying to save? That male mage?"
